Tips For Backpackers To Travel Safely During COVID-19
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4 min readAug 27, 2020
The spread of COVID-19 virus all over the world affected the travel plans of many people. The lockdown that followed in many parts of the world soon after definitely worsened the situation. But things have started to gradually reopen, and that is good news for many travelers bitten by the travel bug. If you are a backpacker who is going to travel recently and want to find a travel partner for your next trip, you need to follow some important tips for your safety as well as that of your travel partner. We have curated a list of these important safety tips that can help you have a safe and wonderful trip without any health concerns.
Tips To Travel Safely During Coronavirus
- Wear proper protective equipment — It is important that you wear a mask, gloves, shoe-cover, and face-shield at all times while traveling. Even if you can’t get hold of other protective equipment, wearing a mask at all times while out in public is an absolute necessity. In fact, many countries have mandated wearing masks in public places and you can be penalized for not adhering to the rules. Wearing a mask will not only protect you but also other people from getting infected by the virus.
- Wash your hands — Do not forget to wash your hands frequently and after touching any hard surfaces. While it is recommended by the WHO to wash hands properly for at least 20 seconds with a good soap and water, it is possible that you might not have access to the same while traveling. Alternatively, you can use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content.
- Sanitize your belongings — You should sanitize your hands as well as your belongings and your surroundings frequently. Carry disinfectant spray or disinfectant wipes to clean the surfaces and your belongings. Next, allow the surface to dry for a few seconds before touching it. Once you have finished with the disinfection process, dispose of the wipes safely and then clean your hands by washing with soap and water or using an adequate amount of hand sanitizer.
- Check your temperature frequently — While traveling, check your temperature frequently. Not only you, but your travel buddy should also check his/her temperature regularly during the trip. If any of you feels sick or is running a high temperature, avoid going out and rest in your hotel. If possible, also get yourself checked for the COVID-19 virus.
- Avoid crowded places — While traveling, you should avoid visiting crowded places such as beaches, bars, parks, and shopping places The popular places usually attract a lot of crowds on any given day and are not safe to visit during these times. Instead, you should visit places with fewer people and choose activities in places that provide you with ample space like hiking, fishing, or rafting. However, if you really wish to visit popular places, you can avoid the peak hour crowd by going to that destination either too early or too late. When traveling with your trip buddy you met at a social travel app, rent a car or bike instead of using public transportation services.
How To Find A Travel Partner
- Xoxo Tours — Xoxo Tours is a leading social travel app designed exclusively for the needs of travelers who want to connect with other like-minded travelers and locals around the world. The app is easy to navigate where you can chat, interact with the locals or other solo travelers and try to know them better before you decide to meet them, and travel together as travel partners.
- Tourbar — Tourbar is a social travel dating app where backpackers can easily find a travel partner of the opposite gender to go on a trip with. Tourbar contains hundreds of profiles of beautiful people from all over the world you can connect with, meet, travel, have a great time, and create beautiful memories. All the users on Tourbar are real and verified, so you can feel safe while touring with them.
- Miss Travel — Miss Travel is a travel cum dating website that matches rich, generous travelers with beautiful and young matches that could possibly later become their travel companions. If you are someone who is a traveling enthusiast but unfortunately doesn’t have the financial resources to do so, join the Miss Travel website to connect with a rich sponsor who will finance your trips. Miss Travel is 100% free for the users, and if you are a regular member of this site, you get to earn flyer miles that can be later redeemed for free airline tickets, free hotel rooms, restaurant coupons, and shopping vouchers.
- Tinder — While Tinder is a dating app, it can definitely be used to meet single people near you. Tinder is available in a large number of countries and you can easily use this app to look for new people to interact with. Just make sure to state clearly to the person you are marching with that you are not looking for a date or hookup but just a friend to show around the city and you are good to go.
- Your Travel Mates — Another travel cum dating site on our list that could help you find not only a travel buddy but also a date for your next trip. Your Travel Mates is simple to use, with hundreds of verified members who can also potentially turn into your travel partners.
Conclusion
While traveling during these times is certainly not recommended, you can keep yourself safe from the deadly COVID-19 virus by following the advice-mentioned safety tips. Also, do not hesitate to use the above trip together apps if you want to easily find a travel partner for your next trip.
